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Is ASU's high acceptance rate hurting Sun Devils? Students weigh in

ASU students share their opinions on how the growing acceptance rate has affected their classes, transportation and overall campus culture.

By Daniela Torres Martinez | January 2, 2026

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Personal transportation theft remains top ASU crime despite positive downward trend

Personal transportation devices such as bicycles and scooters remain the No. 1 crime at ASU, despite a decline in overall thefts compared with previous years.

By Diana Nychyporuk | December 30, 2025

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Conservatives confront party fractures, protesters at AmericaFest 2025 in Phoenix

Some speakers at the annual conservative gathering, AmericaFest, in Phoenix turned on each other as others sought to keep the peace.

By Emma Bradford and Carsten Oyer | December 23, 2025

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Pitchfork Pantry loses $20,000 from changes to GSG budget

Graduate Student Government was required to eliminate a budget line item that provided funding to the Pitchfork Pantry organization. 

By Carsten Oyer | December 19, 2025

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School of Computing and Augmented Intelligence announces doctoral degree in AI

A degree was announced in early December that will enable students to apply for a Ph.D. in AI. 

By Kate Gore | December 18, 2025

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Interfaith spaces encourage connection across beliefs

Interfaith spaces are designed to meet the needs of students practicing spiritual traditions and give them an opportunity to learn about different faiths.

By Diana Nychyporuk | December 9, 2025

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PBS News Hour West to go dark after ASU discontinues contract

PBS News Hour West, headquartered at ASU's Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication, will no longer contribute to the national broadcast.

By Emma Bradford | December 4, 2025

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Ways Sun Devils can keep their cars safe over winter break

As students leave for the holiday break, the ASU Police Department shares how Sun Devils can keep their cars safe and secure.

By Allison Lillestol | December 4, 2025

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ASU lab aims to fill a gap in counseling psychology research

With a lack of clinical research among certain communities, the R&R Lab investigates how racism impacts communities and how relationships allow them to heal.

By Dylan Le | December 3, 2025

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Department of Education declassifies nursing as a professional degree, limiting loans

The change will limit the total amount of money students can borrow to pursue nursing graduate degrees. 

By Andi Ruiz | December 3, 2025

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Arriving in style: The Cutlective Beauty and Barber studio at Memorial Union

The Cutlective is a new salon in the Memorial Union providing hair and beauty care to students and staff.

By Grace Lawrence | December 3, 2025

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BREAKING: Tempe PD says underage student was at Tempe Tavern before fatal September crash

The incident prompted a November liquor-law compliance operation at the bar, according to Tempe PD. 

By Senna James | December 3, 2025

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International Night 2025 creates a place for students to exchange and learn cultures

Annual intercultural festival connects students with peer international clubs and support systems on campus while showcasing cultural jams. 

By Diana Nychyporuk | December 2, 2025

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Farming, drones, will.i.am: new ideas take forefront at Downtown Phoenix Crow forum

The ASU President answered student questions about the state of the University at a quarterly Q&A event.

By Mia Sweador | December 2, 2025

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Cultural food access stunted by economic and immigration policy

Experts and Hispanic leaders respond to inflation, immigration policy and tariff policy deterring cultural food accessibility.

By Paul Pascual | December 2, 2025

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Prop 409 passes, funding healthcare resources and education for students

The bond will contribute to growing Valleywise Health's behavioral healthcare and training facilities.

By Andi Ruiz | December 2, 2025

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Babble Boot Camp creates communication interventions for young children

ASU researchers are studying the link between genetics and speech to provide early intervention programs for children with communication disabilities. 

By John Tamayo | December 1, 2025

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ASU men's basketball reaches final of Southwest Maui Invitational, loses against USC

ASU went 2-1 at the Southwest Maui Invitational behind senior point guard Moe Odum's 26.3 points per game.

By Pratham Valluri | November 28, 2025

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ASU researchers explore how environments impact children's word development

The Learning & Development Lab explores children's ability to learn words in different environments. 

By Dylan Le | November 26, 2025

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GSG passes resolution opposing higher education compact despite relevance concerns

Debate over the resolution focused on the University's past statements about the compact and procedural standards that were not met.

By Carsten Oyer | November 25, 2025

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